MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

LYMPH NODES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which phrase best describes the structure of lymph capillaries?
A
strong and thick
B
thin and leaky
C
waterproof and tough
D
solid and sealed
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Lymphatic capillaries have thin walls, only as thick as a single cell. The cells overlap each other so that interstitial fluid easily enters the capillaries. Lymphatic capillaries are closed at one end. They contain a mini-valve that lets interstitial fluid flow into but not out of them.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lymphatic capillaries capture fluid leaking into your tissues from your circulatory system and transport it to progressively larger lymphatic vessels.

Detailed explanation-3: -Which of the following best describes the lymphatic capillaries? They have large pores and follow venous pathways.

Detailed explanation-4: -Answer and Explanation: The correct answer is (b): Lymph flows through sinuses in a slow manner. The lymph fluid enters a lymph node through afferent lymphatic vessels and moves through the subcapsular sinus. From there, it enters and meanders through a number of small sinuses.

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